Irish Cream Fudge Delight (Printable Version)

A creamy chocolate fudge infused with Irish cream flavors, perfect for a sweet and smooth indulgence.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
02 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter
03 - 1/4 cup heavy cream

→ Chocolate

04 - 3 cups semisweet chocolate chips

→ Irish Cream Flavor Substitute

05 - 2 tbsp instant coffee granules
06 - 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
07 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
08 - 1/2 tsp almond extract
09 - Pinch of salt

# How-To Steps:

01 - Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing overhang on opposite sides for easy removal later.
02 - In a small bowl, combine instant coffee granules, cocoa powder, and heavy cream. Stir until granules are dissolved. Set aside.
03 - Combine sweetened condensed milk and butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir constantly until butter melts and mixture becomes smooth.
04 - Add chocolate chips to the saucepan. Continue stirring constantly until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is thoroughly combined and glossy.
05 - Pour in the cream mixture, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
06 - Transfer mixture to prepared pan. Use an offset spatula to smooth top evenly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until completely firm.
07 - Grasp parchment overhang to lift fudge from pan. Place on cutting board and cut into 36 squares. Store in airtight container.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • The coffee cocoa cream mixture creates this unbelievable depth that tastes exactly like Irish cream liqueur
  • My kids went absolutely crazy for it and had no idea they were eating something alcohol free
02 -
  • Low and slow is the secret here because high heat will seize your chocolate and ruin everything
  • The coffee crystals must be completely dissolved in the cream before adding or you'll have gritty fudge
03 -
  • A warm knife wiped clean between cuts makes perfect squares every time
  • If you want firmer fudge add half a cup more chocolate chips before melting

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